There is a $10 deposit plus $10 minimum top-up amount, and [http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/SiteCollectionDocuments/metro-rego-form.pdf registration is mandatory]. If you plan to travel into Zone 2 or the ferry, you need to ask the driver to adjust your fare at the start of your journey.

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There is a $10 deposit plus $10 minimum top-up amount, and [http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/SiteCollectionDocuments/metro-rego-form.pdf registration is mandatory]. If you plan to travel into [http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/SiteCollectionDocuments/Metro_Fare_Zones_Map_June2016.pdf Zone 2 or the ferry], you need to ask the driver to adjust your fare at the start of your journey.

It is available for purchase at [http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/metrocard/Pages/WhereToBuy.aspx several locations in Christchurch], but not the airport.

It is available for purchase at [http://www.metroinfo.co.nz/metrocard/Pages/WhereToBuy.aspx several locations in Christchurch], but not the airport.

Travel to and from Christchurch Airport

There are several options available to you to travel into town from the airport. Find further information on the different options below.

An overview map of the Christchurch airport parking options (incl. taxi stands, bus stops etc.) is available here. As an international traveller, you will most likely leave the airport in the bottom left of the map, directly in front of the taxi stands and next to the bus/coach stands.

Bus

The airport is serviced by Metro, on the Purple Line, line 29 and line 125.

A cash fare (single trip) to or from the airport (bus stop) to anywhere in Christchurch costs $8.50. A return ticket is $15.00. You can buy your ticket on the bus (cash only!).

boarding or departing the bus at a stop on airport land (eg: catching the 29 City to Airport to and from stops not on airport land is a regular fare).

There is no Metrocard vendor in the airport.

The airport is serviced by the Purple Line, line 29 and line 125:

Purple Line takes you directly to the University (the conference venue).Buses leave the airport approximately every 30 minutes.The trip from the airport to the University takes 15 minutes, and the airport to the city centre (Bus Interchange) takes 30 minutes.

Line 29 is a direct connection between the airport and the city.Buses leave the airport approximately every 30 minutes.The trip from the airport to the city centre takes 30 - 40 minutes.

Line 125 is connecting the western and northern suburbs of Christchurch, and runs from Halswell to Hornby to the airport and on to Papanui and Redwood (and back).Buses leave (in each direction) every 15 - 30 minutes.This bus can also be caught from the International Antarctic Centre (600 metres outside the airport).

Super Shuttle - shared rides

Super Shuttle operates in all major cities in New Zealand, including Christchurch. They are a door-to-door service, leaving the airport approx. 10 minutes after the first passenger arrives at the shuttle stand.

You can pre-book a shuttle trip (online or through the phone app) or rock up at the front of the taxi stand and talk to the Super Shuttle staff there.

A shared ride to the City Centre costs approx. $20 and approx. $24 to the university (Ilam Road) as well as the Uni Halls (Waimairi Road).

Uber

You all know the deal with Uber. If you request a ride, their drop-off and pick-up point is on the far side of the airport's Express Park car park building. Look for the signs to the "Ride Share Pick-up Zone".

Zoomy

Similar to Uber. But cannot pick up from the airport directly. Walk down Memorial Ave and catch a ride after you have crossed Russley Road (about 1200m walking distance).

Taxi

Waiting for you to conveniently take you right from the International Terminal to anywhere in Christchurch.

Several taxi companies are operating in Christchurch. Prices are extremely similar between companies.

Expect to pay approx. $25 plus an airport surcharge ($5.50?) to get from the airport to the university or uni halls.

If you have pre-booked a ride, please be aware that many are waiting for you at the Domestic Terminal taxi stand.

Car rental

Many well-known international as well as local car rental companies that operate desks directly at the airport or have their offices close to the airport. Please contact them directly for rates, insurance etc.

Driving from the airport to the conference venue (university) should take about 10 minutes.